Amevive 2023 Marsanne Ibarra-Young Vineyard
This is a captivating expression of Marsanne that comes from the historic Ibarra-Young vineyard, from vines planted in 1973. It is made with around 12% of the grapes seeing 10 days maceration in stainless steel, while the remainder is direct-pressed and fermented in neutral French oak barrels. The result is a vivid and aromatic white wine with texture, surprisingly crisp and airy while still having plenty of substance. The nose is a delicate intermingling of subtle white flowers and hints of citrus, with an underlying minerality that lends structure and tension. It's a heady and uplifting wine that should evolve even more over the next few years.